Economy Sen. Tuberville cosponsors bill to secure one million Bitcoin for reserve The bill would authorize the purchase of one million Bitcoin for the U.S. government. Wesley Walter2 days ago
Economy Sewell’s annual job fair will be virtual this year Job seekers will have the opportunity to connect with employers from 10 different industries. Brandon MoseleyNovember 16, 2020
Economy Alabama Commerce Department providing new tools for exporters The goal of the new program is to give companies new internet marketing tools to elevate their profiles and win business in foreign markets. Brandon MoseleyNovember 16, 2020
Economy New unemployment claims increased last week There were 8,764 new unemployment claims filed in Alabama last week, up from 7,060 the previous week. Micah DanneyNovember 13, 2020
Economy Survey: Small business owners’ uncertainty increased in October Although general optimism remained steady, uncertainty among small business owners spiked. Micah DanneyNovember 11, 2020
Economy Hyundai adds new SUV to vehicles manufactured in Montgomery The next-generation Tucson, Hyundai's best-selling U.S. model, will be built in Montgomery. Brandon MoseleyNovember 11, 2020
Economy Lowe’s will locate distribution center in Bessemer The bulk distribution facility will allow Lowe’s to provide quicker deliveries to customers across Alabama and the Southeast. Brandon MoseleyNovember 10, 2020
Economy Buffalo Rock Company to expand operations in Birmingham, invest $75 million The company has purchased more than 1 million square feet of new warehouse and office space in the city. StaffNovember 9, 2020
Economy Half of new unemployment claims last week were due to the pandemic Unemployment claims remain high in Alabama. Micah DanneyNovember 6, 2020
Economy Report: Alabama has second lowest per capita state, local tax collections The state's local and state tax revenue per resident is now the second-lowest in the country. John H. GlennNovember 6, 2020
Economy NAALC to hold public union event in Madison The event will allow a variety of labor union members and officials to meet and discuss pertinent issues and planning. Josh MoonOctober 28, 2020